Appetizer recipes

This Californian dressing is loaded with herbs: parsley, tarragon, basil, and chives. Everything is blended with mayonnaise and sour cream, resulting in a smooth,...

This refreshing Green Goddess dressing is a delicious way to use the bountiful harvest of early spring and summer greens. You can make it with any herbs you have on hand, combining them...

Avocado isn't a traditional ingredient in Green Goddess dressing, but it can be used to make an equally delicious, healthy, and low-calorie version. Avocado is a great substitute for higher-fat...

Despite their simplicity, these toasts have two unique features that make them truly amazing. First, the toast is rubbed with a slice of garlic, making it incredibly flavorful. And second...

Crispy, savory, and sweet, candied bacon is a perfect appetizer for parties, breakfasts, sandwiches, or just snacking. It can also be crumbled into salads or other dishes for a delicious...

These homemade oatmeal cookies are baked without any refined sugar, using only dark brown sugar with a high molasses content, which results in soft,...

Spicy Buffalo wings are traditionally deep-fried, but this grilled recipe certainly won't disappoint. The wings are incredibly juicy, coated with a crispy, golden-brown crust, and boast a distinctive, spicy flavor...

Carnitas is a Mexican-style braised pork cut typically used as a filling for tacos, burritos, or tamales. Pork shoulder is most often used. The cut is rubbed with a mixture of spices and...

Mexican tacos are a surefire option when you need interesting appetizers for house parties or are planning a casual, fun family dinner. All you need is...

Sausage balls are a quick and delicious appetizer that's perfect for a house party, and everyone will be thrilled. The balls are made with raw sausage meat, grated sharp cheddar,...

The flavor of coleslaw depends largely on its dressing. In this recipe, mayonnaise is combined with white wine vinegar, sugar, salt, and black pepper, while celery seeds add...

Fragrant, crispy Parmesan crisps will transform any dish into a sophisticated, restaurant-quality treat. Garnish soups, salads, main courses, or simply serve as an appetizer with wine. For...

This version of traditional Italian fettuccine Alfredo is especially delicious, more filling, and incredibly easy to make! The pasta is served in a creamy sauce and topped with fried shrimp, and...

Welsh toast is crispy toast topped with a rich cheese sauce. It can be served for breakfast, as a snack, or as a side dish. In this recipe, the cheese sauce...

Traditional Greek tzatziki sauce is a delicious appetizer that can be served with fresh vegetables, pita chips, or simply with fresh bread. It's made with thick Greek yogurt, cucumber,...

Blue cheese salad dressing is a perfectly balanced blend of mayonnaise, sour cream, cream, and blue cheese, with a delicate, slightly piquant flavor. It's used as a dressing for a variety of...

American grits is made from coarsely ground cornmeal in milk and turns out very soft, flavorful, and creamy, especially after adding butter at the very end. Also add...

A patty melt sandwich is two slices of rye bread sandwiched between a thick beef patty, slathered in sweet and spicy caramelized onions, and melty Swiss cheese. It's incredibly juicy, even though...

With this detailed guide, you'll always know how many minutes it takes to cook eggs to various degrees of doneness: soft-boiled, medium-soft, or hard-boiled. You'll always get perfect eggs,...

These sandwiches are literally filled with a juicy mixture of beef chunks, caramelized onions, and melting cheese. They're made from tender beef tenderloin. Ask the butcher to cut it...

Beautiful, fresh tuna steaks require proper cooking to fully enjoy the flavor and texture of the "veal of the sea," as chefs call this fish. Thick cuts...

Salmon croquettes are delicious and quick cutlets that cook in just 15 minutes. They're perfect as a main course or as an appetizer when served with a dipping sauce. Croquettes...

These incredibly easy-to-make chocolate chip cookies are an American classic that everyone will love. You don't need any special equipment or a mixer: all the ingredients are mixed together...

With this cocktail sauce, shrimp will be the absolute center of attraction at your house party. It's a perfectly balanced blend of ketchup and horseradish, with a touch of lemon juice, Worcestershire sauce, and...

This dish is versatile, juicy, and delicious. How could it be otherwise? After all, it's made with sausage! You'll need all-natural Italian turkey sausage. It's fried whole until done, and...

Make this delicious and aromatic garlic bread for lunch with a little twist on your standard loaf. Cut the bread in half lengthwise, toast it in the oven on the grill, and rub it with a mixture of butter and...

Cook perfectly boiled eggs. It would seem that boiling an egg couldn't be simpler. Yet, we often find ourselves frustrated with overcooked eggs or difficult-to-peel ones. These simple instructions will help...

Carne asada is a flavorful grilled meat served as a filling for delicious tacos. This recipe uses a large beef flank steak. Before grilling, the meat needs to be...

Make a delicious, filling breakfast with warm buns drizzled with a rich, meaty gravy. The base of the gravy is raw pork breakfast sausages. Remove the casings and fry them in pieces...

Pinto beans cooked according to this recipe are delicious, but they do take time. Plan ahead and soak the dry beans in water overnight. To speed up the cooking time, see...

Pulled pork is a popular American barbecue dish, where the pork is roasted until it falls apart easily along the grain. It's equally delicious when cooked at home in the oven.

You've probably tried many delicious tuna salads, but this classic version is absolutely top notch! Juicy celery and red onion add crunch and vibrant flavor, while mayonnaise and grainy...

Treat your loved ones to delicious and crispy chicken nuggets, which are incredibly easy to make. Chicken breast pieces are dredged in seasoned flour, then beaten eggs, and...

Large pasta shells stuffed with a cheese filling are a filling, delicious, and beautiful Italian-style dish perfect for both holidays and everyday meals. Prepared...

This luscious coleslaw salad is packed with vitamins, healthy fiber, incredible flavor, and the vibrant colors of a mix of white and red cabbage, which makes it a striking backdrop for...

Tender artichokes filled with a crispy breadcrumb filling with lemon zest and parsley make a delicious wine-pairing appetizer at your home celebration. Small artichoke halves...

This snack is very similar to French fries—just as crispy and delicious, but much healthier. That's because you use carrots instead of potatoes, and instead of a deep fryer, you need an oven.

These fragrant buns with the sweet and spicy flavor of green onions are ready in just half an hour. The hallmark of American biscuits is their flaky texture, and to achieve this, it's important not to over-knead them...

Green pesto sauce is a successful combination of herbs and nuts, and while traditional pesto is made with basil and pine nuts, there are many variations with other combinations. For example, with fish...

A large wok is best for cooking, but if you don't have one, a large frying pan will do. Since everything stir-fries quickly, prepare all the ingredients and place them near the stovetop so...

This simple salad takes just 5 minutes to prepare, yet the flavor and presentation are sumptuous. It's made with only fresh mushrooms, Vidalia onions, parsley, and dressing. All the ingredients are perfectly...

In this dish, you'll enjoy the tender texture and flavor of scallops, enhanced by a vibrant vinaigrette with refreshing mint. Before grilling, the scallops are seasoned on one side...